JS in Extreme Conditions - WebApps for the Refugee Aid Movement

Explore the unique challenges and performance considerations of building web applications for the refugee aid movement in this JSConf Budapest 2019 talk. Discover how to create apps that function effectively in extreme conditions, such as refugee camp WiFi shared by 500 people, unreliable cell signals, and diverse device ecosystems. Learn about offline functionality, cross-device compatibility, and user-friendly design for short-term volunteers. Gain insights into JavaScript solutions, web technologies, and organizational strategies for developing robust applications that can withstand demanding environments. Delve into the speaker's experiences with Distribute Aid, examining real-world examples and practical approaches to ethical technology development in humanitarian contexts.